Hip-hop producer and Vinyl aficionado DJ Spinna has made it simple for you by compiling his short list of classic Moog material from the late-60’s. Here are some of the choice highlights from his list courtesy of MTV Hive:

Today we celebrate the 117th birthday of Russian physicist Leon Theremin, inventor of the musical instrument that bears his name. A pioneer of early electronic musical instruments, Theremin has served as an inspiration to artists and innovators throughout the last century.

Jazz icon, synthesizer pioneer, composer and record producer George Duke has passed away at age 67. With a career spanning 5 decades, Duke's influence and creative spirit can be found across multiple genres.